Luang Prabang
Laos
Local time09:51
Sunrise06:06
Sunset17:48
Elevation305 m
Weather
When is the best time to visit Luang Prabang?
Average high and low for every month, with rainfall below. The current month is highlighted.
Cold (high ≤ 8 °C)
Cool
Mild
Warm
Rain (mm)
The climate in numbers
Warmest month
35°
April
Coldest month
15°
January
Wettest month
329mm
August
Rain per year
1,473mm
Rainy days per year
114
Sunshine hours per year
1,951
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Sunshine hours | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28.4 °C | 14.7 °C | 17 mm | 2.0 | 176 | 11.1 h |
| February | 31.7 °C | 15.3 °C | 12 mm | 1.0 | 194 | 11.5 h |
| March | 34.1 °C | 18.3 °C | 52 mm | 5.0 | 174 | 12.0 h |
| April | 35.2 °C | 21.6 °C | 102 mm | 9.0 | 185 | 12.6 h |
| May | 34.6 °C | 23.3 °C | 161 mm | 14.0 | 184 | 13.1 h |
| June | 33.5 °C | 24.1 °C | 200 mm | 15.0 | 132 | 13.3 h |
| July | 32.2 °C | 24.0 °C | 283 mm | 20.0 | 107 | 13.2 h |
| August | 32.0 °C | 23.8 °C | 329 mm | 21.0 | 119 | 12.8 h |
| September | 32.5 °C | 23.2 °C | 177 mm | 15.0 | 158 | 12.3 h |
| October | 31.9 °C | 21.4 °C | 87 mm | 7.0 | 185 | 11.7 h |
| November | 29.9 °C | 18.1 °C | 27 mm | 3.0 | 169 | 11.2 h |
| December | 27.4 °C | 15.0 °C | 26 mm | 2.0 | 168 | 10.9 h |
What to pack
What to wear in Luang Prabang
Day28 °C
Night15 °C
Rain17 mm
January in Luang Prabang: warm, with highs of 28 °C and lows of 15 °C. Dress in layers.
Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- There are about 14 °C between midday and dawn. Wear layers you can take off.
- It rarely rains this month. You can leave the umbrella at home.
Day32 °C
Night15 °C
Rain12 mm
February in Luang Prabang: warm, with highs of 32 °C and lows of 15 °C. Dress in layers.
Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- There are about 16 °C between midday and dawn. Wear layers you can take off.
- It rarely rains this month. You can leave the umbrella at home.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
Day34 °C
Night18 °C
Rain52 mm
March in Luang Prabang: hot, with highs of 34 °C and lows of 18 °C. Dress in layers.
Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- There are about 16 °C between midday and dawn. Wear layers you can take off.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
Day35 °C
Night22 °C
Rain102 mm
April in Luang Prabang: hot, with highs of 35 °C and lows of 22 °C. Dress in layers.
Folding umbrella Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- There are about 14 °C between midday and dawn. Wear layers you can take off.
- It is one of the wettest months, with 102 mm. Bring something waterproof.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
Day35 °C
Night23 °C
Rain161 mm
May in Luang Prabang: hot, with highs of 35 °C and lows of 23 °C. Light clothes are enough.
Folding umbrella Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- It is one of the wettest months, with 161 mm. Bring something waterproof.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
Day34 °C
Night24 °C
Rain200 mm
June in Luang Prabang: hot, with highs of 34 °C and lows of 24 °C. Light clothes are enough.
Folding umbrella Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- It is one of the wettest months, with 200 mm. Bring something waterproof.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
Day32 °C
Night24 °C
Rain283 mm
July in Luang Prabang: hot, with highs of 32 °C and lows of 24 °C. Light clothes are enough.
Folding umbrella Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- It is one of the wettest months, with 283 mm. Bring something waterproof.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
Day32 °C
Night24 °C
Rain329 mm
August in Luang Prabang: hot, with highs of 32 °C and lows of 24 °C. Light clothes are enough.
Folding umbrella Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- It is one of the wettest months, with 329 mm. Bring something waterproof.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
Day33 °C
Night23 °C
Rain177 mm
September in Luang Prabang: hot, with highs of 33 °C and lows of 23 °C. Light clothes are enough.
Folding umbrella Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- It is one of the wettest months, with 177 mm. Bring something waterproof.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
Day32 °C
Night21 °C
Rain87 mm
October in Luang Prabang: hot, with highs of 32 °C and lows of 21 °C. Light clothes are enough.
Folding umbrella Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
Day30 °C
Night18 °C
Rain27 mm
November in Luang Prabang: warm, with highs of 30 °C and lows of 18 °C. Light clothes are enough.
Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- It rarely rains this month. You can leave the umbrella at home.
Day27 °C
Night15 °C
Rain26 mm
December in Luang Prabang: warm, with highs of 27 °C and lows of 15 °C. Dress in layers.
Sunglasses Sunscreen Cap or hat
- There are about 12 °C between midday and dawn. Wear layers you can take off.
- It rarely rains this month. You can leave the umbrella at home.
Typical souvenirs
What to buy in Luang Prabang
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Handwoven textilesHmong, Tai Lue and Khmu weavers make scarves, table runners and skirts (sinh) on wooden looms.WhereHandicraft night marketUS$ 3–20from a silk scarf to an embroidered skirt
Sources: goasia.cc · orangewayfarer.com
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Saa paperMulberry-bark paper from Ban Xang Khong village, near the city. Sold as lanterns and umbrellas.WhereNight marketNo reliable price data
Sources: goasia.cc · orangewayfarer.com
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Hmong silver jewelrySilver is common among the Hmong; the lock necklace is a typical piece.WhereNight marketNo reliable price data
Sources: goasia.cc
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Lao coffeeLao coffee and tea are common gifts from the market.WhereNight marketNo reliable price data
Sources: goasia.cc · orangewayfarer.com
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